I had just moved to Waterville, Maine, the small town where my mother grew up and lived most of her life. Waterville's profound effect on me was not just the good pickups or the close calls but also the strong sense of community I found here. My journey into Maine's taxi industry began in the early 1980s at Giroux Taxi, a place filled with unique characters. Pat, the owner of the Giroux cab, was not the sharpest tool, and his trusted mechanic, Bob, was a real piece of work. Their quirks and personalities added a unique flavor to this company.